CVE-2026-9492

CVE-2026-9492 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-782.

Key facts

Description

The MBStorage DRAM lighting control module within Gigabyte Control Center (GCC) developed by GIGABYTE Technology has an Improper Access Control vulnerability. Authenticated local attackers can send specific IOCTL commands through the driver MyPortIO_x64.sys bundled with the module, thereby arbitrarily reading and writing physical memory and obtaining kernel-level privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-9492?
The MBStorage DRAM lighting control module within Gigabyte Control Center (GCC) developed by GIGABYTE Technology has an Improper Access Control vulnerability. Authenticated local attackers can send specific IOCTL commands through the driver MyPortIO_x64.sys bundled with the module, thereby arbitrarily reading and writing physical memory and obtaining kernel-level privileges.
How severe is CVE-2026-9492?
CVE-2026-9492 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-9492 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (1st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-9492?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2026-9492 published?
CVE-2026-9492 was published on 2026-07-13 and last updated on 2026-07-14.

References

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